Life Of Edward Livingston

By Charles Havens Hunt and George Bancroft

Book Overview

The book Life of Edward Livingston by Charles Havens Hunt is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most influential figures in law and politics. Edward Livingston was born in 1764 in New York and went on to become a prominent lawyer, politician, and statesman. The book chronicles Livingston's life from his early years as a student in New York to his later years as a statesman in Louisiana.The author provides a detailed account of Livingston's personal and professional life, including his family background, education, legal career, and political achievements. The book also delves into Livingston's role in shaping the legal and political landscape of America during his time, including his work as a member of Congress, Secretary of State, and Minister to France.Throughout the book, the author offers insights into Livingston's character, motivations, and beliefs, painting a vivid picture of a man who was both brilliant and complex. The book is well-researched and offers a wealth of information on Livingston's life and legacy, making it an excellent resource for anyone interested in American history, law, or politics. Overall, Life of Edward Livingston is a fascinating and engaging biography of a remarkable figure in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432527622
• ISBN13: 9781432527624
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"